Blue Springs Resident Guide

LIVING IN
BLUE SPRINGS
RESIDENT GUIDE TO
CITY SERVICES
www.bluespringsgov.com
www.bluespringsgov.com
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[BLUE SPRINGS[
ABOUT
OUR MISSION IS TO SERVE YOU
Blue Springs is a unique community where families, visitors and businesses share a special
quality of life and an abundant spirit of community togetherness and cooperation.
Our number one goal is to ensure that our residents, visitors and patrons receive quality
service and attention with every city program and function. We promise to do our best to
meet your needs and the needs of your family and we hope that you will stand by us as
we do what’s best for you and the community.
YOUR CITY GOVERNMENT
The City of Blue Springs has a Mayor-Council-Administrator form of government as set
forth in the Home Rule City Charter. The City Council is the governing body of the City,
elected by the public.
The City of Blue Springs employs a talented and dynamic workforce of more than 270
employees who serve the City and its residents under the leadership and direction of the
City Administrator. The City Administrator is appointed by the Mayor and is responsible
for the implementation of policies and decisions made by the Mayor and City Council.
The City of Blue Springs is organized into departments, each managed by a professional,
municipal department director who works diligently every day to meet residents’
government service needs.
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[ CITY PROFILE[
Whether you are new to our city or a
lifetime resident, we’re glad you’ve made
Blue Springs your home!
Blue Springs offers you:
• Nationally recognized schools
• Quality and affordable housing
• Numerous outdoor recreation
opportunities
• Excellent health care
• Hiking trails and parks
• A centrally located community
HISTORY
The afore mentioned are a few of the
many reasons families choose to live in
Blue Springs! These amenities provide the
foundation of a quality lifestyle for our
more than 53,000 residents.
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Blue Springs’
history is tied to the
migration of settlers
on their westward
journey. Pioneers
found the area to be
an ideal stopover due to the abundance
of cool, clean water from a spring of the
Little Blue River - hence the name Blue
Springs. The presence of water and a need
for pioneer supplies led to the construction
of a grist mill and permanent settlement at
the site of the City’s Burrus Old Mill Park on
Woods Chapel Road.
The Jackson County Court granted
the incorporation of Blue Springs on
September 7, 1880, making the City the
fourth settlement in the county, predating
Year of Incorporation: 1880
Form of Government:
Mayor-Council-Administrator
Location: 20 miles east of Kansas City, Missouri
Total Land Size:
14,211 acres (22.2 square miles)
Population of Blue Springs:
53,573 (2014 Census)
History of Population Growth:
Decade Growth Rate
1970-1980: 160.70%
1980-1990: 43.34%
1990-2000: 19.4%
2000-2010: 9.2%
2020 Estimates: 60,149
Kansas City, Missouri. An early settler,
Franklin Smith, arrived in Blue Springs from
Virginia in 1838 and became a leading
figure in the community’s development.
He established the first post office in 1845,
naming it after the well-known springs.
The settlement continued to grow near the
springs until 1878, when the Chicago and
Alton Railroad announced plans to build a
station about one mile east of the original
settlement. To take advantage of the
railroad, the town moved its center to the
site of the new station and continued its
development as a rural trading center.
In 1970, Blue Springs had a population
of 6,779. Today, Blue Springs continues
to grow with a population of more than
53,000 residents.
[GOVERNANCE[
BLUE SPRINGS
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Mayor
Carson Ross
City Administrator
Eric Johnson
Dale Carter
District 1
Jeff Quibell
District 1
mayor@
bluespringsgov.com
city@
bluespringsgov.com
dcarter@
bluespringsgov.com
jquibell@
bluespringsgov.com
Kent Edmondson
District 2
Chris Lievsay
District 2
kedmondson@
bluespringsgov.com
clievsay@
bluespringsgov.com
Susan Culpepper
District 3
Ron Fowler
District 3
sculpepper@
bluespringsgov.com
rfowler@
bluespringsgov.com
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CITY
[SERVICES[
REQUESTTRACKER
The RequestTracker is an online tool to request services or report
your concerns to the city. It can be used for reporting potholes,
code violations or other concerns.
To submit a request, visit www.bluespringsgov.com
and click on ‘Submit a Request.’
A complete list of City Services and contact information can be found on pages 14-15.
BLUE SPRINGS BUSINESS
SERVICES DIVISION
A business license is required for
most business owners in Blue Springs,
regardless of business size and certain
types of business are not permitted to be
home-based businesses. The Business
Services Division guides businesses
through the permitting process and can
be reached at 816-228-0131.
Another business resource, The ‘How
to Open Your Business in Blue Springs’
booklet, is available at both branches
of the Mid-Continent Public Library,
City, Chamber, EDC offices and at www.
bluespringsgov.com/startbusiness.
CODERED EMERGENCY
NOTIFICATION/WEATHER
WARNING SYSTEM
The CodeRED Emergency Notification
System allows us to notify residents
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of emergency situations that require
immediate action. Residents can sign
up for free and get more information
by visiting www.bluespringsgov.com/
codered or calling 816-228-0164.
POLICE COMMUNITY & YOUTH
OUTREACH UNIT
The Community and Youth Outreach
Unit (CYOU) of the Blue Springs Police
Department provides services to youth
and their families in crisis. CYOU offers
assistance to youth with criminal, drug,
or other problems through counseling,
crime prevention, and programs that are
interactive and educational. For more
information, call 816- 228-0178.
TEXT-A-TIP
“Text-A-Tip” allows users to anonymously
report suspected criminal activity to the
Police Department. Text “BSPD” plus your
message to Crimes (274637).
[UTILITIES[
LOCAL
LOCAL UTILITIES
Utility
Telephone
Service Zip Code(s)
Cable
Comcast Cable
Television,
Internet Service
AT&T
and/or
Home
CenturyLink
Telephone
Service By
816-795-1100
64014, 64015, 64029,
64064
800-288-2020
64014, 64015, 64029,
64064
800-366-8201
64064 (South of Mason
School Road)
Satellite TV
DIRECTV
855-833-4388 64014, 64015, 64029,
64064
Electricity and
Street Lights
Kansas City Power and
Light
816-471-5275
All Zip Codes
Natural Gas
Missouri Gas Energy
816-756-5252 or
800-582-1234
64014, 64015, 64029,
64064
Sanitary Sewer
City of Blue Springs
Utility Billing
816-228-0135
64014, 64015, 64029,
64064
Water
City of Blue Springs
Utility Billing
816-228-0135
64014, 64015, 64029
City of Grain Valley
Water Department
816-847-6200
64029
Jackson County Public
Water Service District #13
816-578-2249
64064
CITY OF BLUE SPRINGS UTILITY BILLING
The City of Blue Springs has many convenient ways to pay your utility bill:
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PAY-BY-PHONE — 816-228-0220
ONLINE — www.bluespringsgov.com
DROP BOX — Located in the parking
lot of City Hall, 903 W. Main Street,
Blue Springs
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AUTOMATIC PAYMENT
DURING BUSINESS HOURS —
903 W. Main Street, Blue Springs,
816-228-0134
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[RECYCLING[
SOLID WASTE &
RESIDENT TIP
TRASH CONTAINERS
SHOULD BE PLACED NO
MORE THAN 5 FEET FROM
YOUR RESIDENCE AND
NOT CURBSIDE.
TRASH SERVICES & CURBSIDE RECYCLING
The City of Blue Springs licenses private trash & recycling
services that operate with the City.
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AAA Disposal816-650-3180
EnviroStar Waste816-220-3227
Deffenbaugh Disposal
913-631-2407
DROP-OFF RECYCLING
The Pink Hill Park Recycling Center accepts aluminum cans, cardboard, glass bottles and
jars, magazines, newspapers, paper, paperboard, phone books, plastics #1-7, shredded
paper, and steel/tin food cans. The center is open Wednesdays, Saturdays & Sundays and
is located at 2725 N.W. Park Road, Blue Springs. For a complete list of recycling options,
visit www.bluepsringsgov.com/recycling.
YARD WASTE RECYCLING
There are several yard waste facilities around Blue Springs. Contact these facilities
directly regarding fees, hours of operation and information on specific items accepted.
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Eastern Jackson County Yard Waste Collection Center, 37910 E. Pink Hill Rd., Oak
Grove, MO, 816-847-7050 — www.jacksongov.org/yardwaste/
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Lee’s Summit Resource Recovery Facility, 2101 S.E. Hamblen Road, Lee’s Summit,
MO, 816-969-1980 — cityofls.net
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Missouri Organic Recycling, 7700 E. 40 Hwy., Kansas City, MO, 816-483-0908 —
www.missouriorganic.com
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE
Each year, Blue Springs hosts a Household Hazardous Waste program where residents can
dispose of specified, hazardous residential waste at a mobile site. For more information, call
816-228-0207. The facilities below operate year round — please contact them directly
regarding fees, hours of operation and information on specific items accepted.
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City of Kansas City HHW Facility, 4707 Deramus, Kansas City, MO, 816-513-8400 —
www.kcwaterservices.org/hhw
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City of Lee’s Summit HHW Facility, 2101 SE Hamblen, Lee’s Summit, MO,
816-969-1805 — cityofls.net
BULKY ITEMS
Some private trash haulers will accept certain bulky items for curbside pickup for a fee.
For recycling options listed by item, visit www.recyclespot.org.
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[EMERGENCY [
SERVICES
RESIDENT TIP
POLICE DEPARTMENT
The Blue Springs Police Department provides the highest
DIAL 911 FOR
quality service by promoting a safe environment through
EMERGENCY SERVICES.
police and resident interaction with emphasis on integrity,
fairness and professionalism. The Police Department complies
with all requirements for the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies
(CALEA). For more information, visit www.bluespringsgov.com or call 816-228-0150.
FIRE & AMBULANCE PROTECTION DISTRICTS
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CJCFPD
Lake Lotawana
Fire District
Shrout Rd
Prairie Township Fire Protection District (PTFPD)
provides fire service to residents in the southern portion
of the city, including the Lake Village, Southgate and
Chapman Farms developments. For more information,
visit www.ptfd.us or call 816-525-4200.
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(CJCFPD) provides fire and ambulance service to most
of Blue Springs. For more information, visit www.
cjcfpd.org or call 816-229-2522.
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The City of Blue Springs is served by two fire protection
districts. When you call 911 with either a fire or EMS
emergency, depending on where you are within Blue
Springs, you will be served by either Central Jackson
County Fire Protection District (CJCFPD) or Prairie
Township Fire Protection District (PTFPD).
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Colbern Rd
Colbern Rd
Blue Springs Fire Protection District Map
CJCFPD
PTFPD
CENTRAL JACKSON COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY
The Central Jackson County Emergency Management Agency (CJCEMA) is a cooperative
effort between the cities of Blue Springs, Grain Valley, and Lake Tapawingo in conjunction
with the Central Jackson County Fire Protection District.
The CodeRED Emergency Notification System allows us to notify residents of emergency
situations that require immediate action. Residents can sign up for CodeRED Weather
Warning to receive an alert message during certain emergency situations. To sign up, visit
www.bluespringsgov.com/codered or call 816-228-0164.
The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program educates people about
disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact our area. To participate in the CERT
program or for more information, please call 816-228-0178.
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[RESIDENT
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TIPS
ANIMAL CONTROL
Animals must have current rabies
vaccinations but city licenses are not
required. If kept outside, dogs must be:
leashed, in fenced yards or housed in
kennels. Cats must be leashed if outside.
Loose animals will be picked up. For
information about retrieval of lost animals,
dangerous animals, licensing or vaccinations,
call 816-228-0149.
FENCE, DECK AND POOL
CONSTRUCTION
www.bluespringsgov.com/codes
INOPERABLE VEHICLES
Inoperable vehicles must be stored inside a
garage or removed from the premises. For
inoperable vehicles in the street, contact
the Blue Springs Police Department at 816228-0150. Registered commercial vehicles
weighing more than 6 tons, boom and
tow trucks are not permitted in residential
districts.
RESIDENT LAWNS
A new deck, fence or pool construction
requires a City building permit. All pools
holding 24 inches of water or more,
including inflatable pools, must have a
permit from Codes Administration available
at 816-228-0118.
Lawns should not exceed 8 inches in height.
Eradicate any poison ivy on the premise of
your residential property.
GARAGE SALE SIGNS
All replacements require a building permit
and City inspection. If a contractor is
used, they are required to have a valid City
Business License.
Garage and yard sale signs must be placed
on your own property. They may not be
posted on public utility/light poles or on
street rights-of-way. These signs do not
require a permit. Signs cannot be posted on
premises for longer than 3 days per sale.
HOME CHILDCARE BUSINESSES
All in-home childcare businesses require a
business license issued by the City of Blue
Springs. For more information, call 816-2280131.
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REPLACEMENT FURNACES, WATER
HEATERS AND AIR CONDITIONERS
PARKED VEHICLES
Parking of cars and trucks is not permitted
on grass and lawns. Recreational vehicles
can be stored in driveways, side/rear yards.
TREE LIMBS
Limbs that overhang the sidewalk or street
must be trimmed. Call Public Works at 816228-0195 if you have questions about limbs
in the rights-of-way of streets.
[ REDUCE YOUR RISK[
CONSUMER TIPS
The City of Blue Springs requires certain contractors to have a business license or permit.
Requiring permits allows the City to better protect the homeowner from fraudulent work
and guarantees contractors meet minimal requirements.
DO YOUR RESEARCH
Before hiring a contractor, ask the
contractor for written references. Get
written bids from multiple contractors and
closely compare what work is included
and what building permits or materials
will be required. Request their insurance
list—liability, worker’s compensation, etc.
Contact the Missouri Attorney General’s
Office to learn more about a particular
contractor.
PAYMENT
Discuss your payment plan before starting
the project and make payment contingent
on defined levels of completion; final
payment should be made based on your
satisfaction. Avoid paying with cash,
especially for small-scale projects, and limit
your down payment amount.
GET EVERYTHING IN WRITING
Insist on a written agreement that clearly
states the work to be done, when the work
will be done and the final cost.
HOME IMPROVEMENT SCAMS
Be wary of door-to-door repair offers. They
may state that they happen to be in your
neighborhood and may pressure you for
an immediate decision.
If you experience a problem you cannot
resolve with your contractor, file a
complaint with the Missouri Attorney
General’s Consumer Complaint Unit at
www.ago.mo.gov.
RESIDENTIAL
TIPS
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Lock all vehicle doors and close all
windows and the sunroof every time
you leave your car unattended –
however briefly. Many cars get broken
into in the few seconds that a car is out
of the driver’s sight.
Don’t warm up your vehicle
unattended. Criminals drive through
neighborhoods looking for cars that
have been left running.
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Keep your home doors locked at all
times — including garage doors.
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Get to know your neighbors. It is easier
for homeowners to spot suspicious
activity if neighbors know each other.
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Don’t let strangers into your home.
Criminals knock on doors and attempt
to get into your house to harm you or
see what they can steal.
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If you plan to be away for a period
of time, ask the police about house
checks.
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RESIDENT
BLUE SPRINGS CHAMBER OF
COMMERCE
The Blue Springs Chamber of Commerce
provides programs and offers assistance to
businesses and residents in Blue Springs.
Visit www.bluespringschamber.com or call
816-229-8558 for more information.
BLUE SPRINGS ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
The Blue Springs Economic Development
Corporation promotes business
development and investment, assists in the
creation of jobs and supports economic
development in Blue Springs. For more
information, visit www.bluespringsedc.com
or call 816-228-0208.
COMMUTING
The Kansas City Area Transportation
Authority provides bus service in the
metropolitan Kansas City area. Schedules
are available at Blue Springs City Hall. Call
816-221-0660 or visit www.kcata.org for
more information. RIDESHARE is another
service for commuters, call 816-842-RIDE
or visit www.ridesharekc.org to match your
schedule with other commuters.
The City provides lockable bike lockers at
bus commuter lots. For more information,
call 816-228-0137.
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[ RESOURCES [
DRIVER’S LICENSE, VEHICLE
REGISTRATION AND LICENSE PLATES
The Missouri Department of Revenue
License Bureau is located at 2402 SW
Highway 7, Blue Springs, 816-228-0128.
This bureau can issue state identification,
driver’s licenses, motor vehicle registration
and license plates. New state residents
may obtain a tax waiver from the Jackson
County Tax Counter located in City Hall. For
more information, call 816-228-0131.
The Missouri Department of Revenue Driver
Examination Office is located at 21950
N.E. Independence Ave., Lees Summit,
MO 64064, 816-622-0720. For more
information, visit dor.mo.gov.
JACKSON COUNTY
Jackson County offers multiple services
for Blue Springs residents. Below are a few
frequently used services – for a complete list,
visit www.jacksongov.org.
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ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH DIVISION
is responsible for inspecting all
restaurants, grocery stores, schools,
mobile and temporary food
establishments in Blue Springs.
For more information, visit www.
jacksongov.org/EH/ or call 816-881-4530.
HEALTH DEPARTMENT provides birth &
death certificates, disease prevention &
testing, health education & screening,
immunizations and more. For more
information, visit www.jacohd.org or call
816-404-6415.
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PARKS & RECREATION operates many
lakes and campsites neighboring Blue
Springs. For more information, visit
www.jacksongov.org or call 816-5034800.
JACKSON COUNTY TAXES
Jackson County Personal property and real
estate taxes may be paid at City Hall. Jackson
County reassesses property every two years.
For information, call 816-228-0131.
HOSPITALS & URGENT CARE
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ST. MARY’S MEDICAL CENTER, located at
201 NW R.D. Mize Road, Blue Springs, is
a full-service medical center. For more
information, visit www.stmaryskc.com
or call 816-228-5900.
CENTERPOINT MEDICAL CENTER, located
at 19600 East 39th St., Independence, is
a full-service medical center. For more
information, visit centerpointmedical.
com or call 816-698-7000.
SAINT LUKE’S EAST HOSPITAL, located
at 100 N. E. Saint Luke’s Blvd, Lee’s
Summit, is a full-service medical center.
For more information, visit www.
saintlukeshealthsystem.org or call 816347-5000.
CENTERPOINT CLINIC OF BLUE SPRINGS,
located at 725 Missouri 7, Blue Springs, is
an urgent care center open seven days a
week—including holidays, evenings and
weekends. For more information, call
816-229-8187
CARESPOT OF BLUE SPRINGS, located at
1215 N.E. Coronado Dr, Blue Springs, is
an urgent care center open seven days
a week. For more information, call 816622-3342.
COCKRELL & MCINTOSH PEDIATRICS,
located at 205 NW R.D. Mize Rd., Suite
304, is a pediatric urgent care center
open seven days a week. For more
information, call 816- 228-4770.
LIBRARIES
The Mid-Continent Public Library system
operates two branches in Blue Springs. The
north branch is located at 850 N.W. Hunter
Drive (816-224-8772) and the south branch
is located at 2220 S Highway 7 (816-2293571.) Visit www.mymcpl.org for more
informaiton.
NEWSPAPERS
Blue Springs is serviced by two daily
newspapers: The Kansas City Star, www.
kcstar.com or 816-234-4141 and The
Examiner, www.examiner.net or 816-2548600. Both are available by subscription.
UNITED STATES POST OFFICE
The post office is located at 500 S.W. South
Avenue. For more information visit www.
usps.com or call , 816-220-0820.
SCHOOL DISTRICTS
Blue Springs is served by three awardwinning school districts.
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BLUE SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT
serves most of Blue Springs. For more
information, visit www.bssd.net or call
816-874-3200.
LEE’S SUMMIT SCHOOL DISTRICT serves
southern Blue Springs. For more
information, visit www.lsr7.org or call
816-986-1000.
GRAIN VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT serves a
small portion of Blue Springs. For more
information, visit www.gvr5.net or call
816-847-5006.
VOTER REGISTRATION
Residents may register to vote at any
branch of the Mid-Continent Public
Library or at the Administration Office
located in City Hall. Visit www.jcebmo.org/
registration for more information.
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WHO TO
CALL AT
ADMINISTRATION
[ CITY HALL [
816-228-0111 •
Contact us for:
• ADA Compliance
• City Administration Information
• City Organizational Information
• Blue Springs Annual Citizen Survey
• New Resident/Relocation Information
BUSINESS SERVICES
816-228-0131
CITY CLERK
816-228-0111
Contact us for:
• Business Licenses & Liquor Licenses
• Jackson County Personal and Business
Taxes
• Solicitors/Peddlers Permits
Contact us for:
• City Council Appearance Requests
• City Council Meetings and Agendas
• City Ordinance Information
• Election Information
• Freedom of Information Requests
• Public Meeting Notices & Information
• Mayor and City Council Correspondence
• Volunteer Boards & Commissions
• Voter Registration
CITY COMMUNICATIONS
816-655-0497
Contact us for:
• City Government Access Channel 7
• City Public Relations and Events
• City Social Media Outlets
• City website: www.bluespringsgov.com
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The Blue Springs Magazine
The Mayor’s Newsletter
Resident Guide
Public Information (publications, tours)
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
816-228-0207
Contact us for:
• Blight/Weed and Tall Grass Concerns
• Building Code Requirements
• Building Permits and Inspections
• Capital Improvements Program (CIP)
• City Mapping (GIS)
• City Planning and Zoning
• Code Enforcement
• Flood Zones/Maps
• Land Division/Lot Splits
• HUD Program Information
• Homeowner Association Information
• Signage Regulation
FINANCE
816-655-0320
HUMAN RESOURCES
816-228-0190
Contact us for:
• Annual City Budget Information
• Accounts Payable & Receivable
• City Fees and Charges Schedule
• Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
• Grant Accounting
Contact us for:
• Job Posting
• Recruitment and Hiring Process
MUNICIPAL COURT
816-228-0175
Contact us for:
• Court Records and Information
• Court Payment Processing
• City Code and Ordinance Violations
PARKS & RECREATION
816-228-0137
Contact us for:
• Adopt-a-Park
• Adult Sports Leagues
• Blue Springs Fieldhouse Information
• Blue Springs Parks Commission
• Blue Springs Public Art Commission
• City Tree Trimming/ City Mowing
• Community Events and Activities
• Hidden Valley Youth Sports Complex
• Music & Movies in the Park
• Off-Leash Dog Park
• Park and City Facility Maintenance
• Park Locations, Rules and Hours
• Recreation Registration
• Shelters and Facility Rentals
• Trails and Bikeway System
• Vesper Hall/50-Plus Community Center
PUBLIC WORKS - ENGINEERING
816-228-0121
Contact us for:
• Capital Improvement Projects
• Street Construction & Overlay
• Storm Water Installation and Detentions
PUBLIC WORKS - OPERATIONS
& STREETS
816-228-0195
Contact us for:
• Adopt-A-Street Program
• Road Repairs (potholes, flooding, signs)
• Street Sweeping
• Snow Removal
• Traffic Signal Outages/Concerns
• Water Mains/Sewer Information
POLICE
EMERGENCY 911
NON-EMERGENCY 816-228-0150
Contact us for:
• Alarm/Security System Permits
• Animal Control
• Blue Springs Citizen Police Academy
• Community and Youth Outreach Unit
• Crime Prevention
• Neighborhood Watch Programs
• Patrol and Detective Divisions
• Police or Accident Report Copies
• Volunteers in Police Services
UTILITY BILLING
816-228-0135
Contact us for:
• Utility Bill Payments
• Water/Sewer Service Turn On/Transfer
• Water Leaks and Detection Information
OTHER HELPFUL NUMBERS
All (816) Area Codes
Adams Pointe Conf. Center.................. 220-4400
Adams Pointe Golf Club........................ 220-3673
Alarm Permits........................................... 228-0217
Animal Control......................................... 228-0149
Building Inspections............................... 228-0104
Building Permits....................................... 228-0118
Planning Department............................ 228-0207
City Communications............................ 655-0497
Codes (Compliance)............................... 220-4565
Codes (Permits)........................................ 228-0118
Comm. and Youth Outreach................ 228-0178
Crime Prevention..................................... 228-0161
Economic Development....................... 228-0208
GIS - Mapping Division ......................... 228-0119
Liquor License (Individual)................... 228-0160
Liquor License (Business)..................... 228-0131
Municipal Court Clerk............................ 228-0274
Police Administration............................. 228-0164
Police (non-emergency).......................... 228-0150
Police Detectives..................................... 228-0156
Police Records........................................... 228-0160
Public Works.............................................. 228-0195
Sales Tax...................................................... 220-4542
Snow Removal Hotline.......................... 228-0295
Vesper Hall................................................. 228-0181
Voter Registration................................... 228-0110
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FITNESS & RECREATION FOR ALL
www.bluespringsgov.com/fieldhouse
816-228-0137
425 NE MOCK AVE., BLUE SPRINGS
THE FACILITY
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6,500-square-foot Fitness Center
4 – Hard-Surfaced Courts that
can be used for Basketball,
Volleyball or Pickleball
1 – Artificial Turf Field that can
be used for Indoor Soccer or
Sports Training
2 – Walking Tracks including 1
Hard-Surfaced and 1 Artificial
Turf Track
Kidz Corner (Child watch)
Spin Studio with 26 bikes
Aerobic/Dance Studio
3 – Party/Meeting Rooms
Locker Rooms
2 – Family Restrooms
Free Wi-Fi Access
FIELDHOUSE HOURS
Mon.-Thurs.
Fridays
Saturdays
Sunday
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5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Hours and rates are subject to change. To see the most current information,
visit www.bluespringsgov.com/fieldhouse
MEMBERSHIP
RATES
Monthly
Fee Auto
Debit
Yearly
Paid in
Full
Household (Up to 4)$55$660
+1 (Household Only) $15$180
Adult (18 - 59)
$25$300
Couple
$40$480
Youth (3 - 17)
$15$180
Senior (60+)
$20$240
Senior Couple
$35
$420
MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES:
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FREE instructor-led aerobic & spin classes
UNLIMITED FREE on demand video aerobics &
spin classes
FREE open gym sessions on courts & turf field
DISCOUNTED child watch
UNLIMITED use of two indoor walking tracks
CITY
ADAMS POINTE
CONFERENCE CENTER
1400 NE CORONADO DRIVE
This facility has a video conference center
that can hold more than 100 people and
a grand ballroom holding 600 banquet
seating, 1,100 reception style.
Located next to Adams Pointe Golf Club,
this is an excellent place for large and
small meetings, parties and events. For
information, call 816-220-4400 or visit
www.adamspointecc.com.
ADAMS POINTE GOLF CLUB
[FACILITIES [
recreational space providing fitness and
recreation for all. Offering a state-ofthe-art fitness center, the Fieldhouse is
equipped with a variety of cardio machines,
weight equipment and free Wi-Fi. The
facility also offers group exercise rooms
including spin and aerobics studios.
Membership includes unlimited access
to on-demand classes and discounts for
instructor-led classes. For more information,
visit www.bluespringsgov.com/fieldhouse
or call 816-228-0137.
‘THE BLUE’ CENTENNIAL POOL-PLEX
2401 NW ASHTON DRIVE
Residents may enjoy year-round use of the
pool complex that includes indoor and
outdoor pools, water slides, and a “zerodepth” pool for small children. Season
passes and information about swimming
lessons and aquatic programs can be found
by calling the Blue Springs School District at
816-228-0188 or visiting funattheblue.com.
1601 NE R D MIZE ROAD
This championship golf course offers an
excellent par-72, 18-hole course, nestled in
lush green surroundings. In the club house
you will find excellent dining at the Players
Grille, along with a world-class pro shop.
The club house is perfect for banquets,
parties and receptions. Call 816-220-3673
or visit www.adamspointegolfclub.com for
more information.
BLUE SPRINGS FIELDHOUSE
425 NE MOCK AVENUE
The Blue Springs Fieldhouse offers
more than 76,000-square-feet of indoor
CITY HALL
903 W MAIN STREET
Blue Springs City Hall is designed to serve
as a “one-stop” shop where you can pay
your water bill, register to vote, or pay tax
bills. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8
a.m. to 5 p.m.
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CITY HALL ANNEX
905 W MAIN STREET
The annex, located directly behind City
Hall, houses the Community Development
Department and the Codes Division.
Building permits for construction
projects may be obtained at the Annex.
The City’s Planning Division and Codes
Administration staff are available to assist
residents with questions or concerns about
obtaining a building permit. For more
information, call 816-228-0207.
PINK HILL PARK SHOP
2715 NW PARK DRIVE
The City’s maintenance garage houses all
of the parks and building maintenance
operations.
HOWARD L. BROWN
PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING
1100 SW SMITH STREET
The Howard L. Brown Public Safety Building
houses police dispatch, Municipal Court,
Police Administration and Animal Control.
Additionally, City Council and Planning
Commission meetings are held in the
building. The Municipal Parking Lot is
located east of the building.
PUBLIC WORKS FACILITY
500 SE SUNNYSIDE SCHOOL ROAD
The Public Works Facility houses the Street
and Public Utilities Divisions and the
Central Garage. If you have questions about
streets, sewer or water lines, please call 816228-0195. For an after-hours emergency,
please call Police Dispatch at 816-228-0150.
VESPER HALL
400 NW VESPER STREET
PINK HILL PARK RECYCLING
CENTER
2715 NW PARK DRIVE
The center accepts common recyclables
such as glass, plastic, aluminum, tin cans,
paper and cardboard materials. For more
information, call 816-220-4504 or visit
www.bluespringsgov.com/recycling.
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Vesper Hall is
a nationally
accredited
Community
Center that
offers a variety
of activities and events for individuals ages
50+. The facility is also available to rent
on evenings and weekends for weddings,
receptions, meetings, banquets and other
occasions. For more details, call 816-2280181.
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BLUE SPRINGS
[BOARDS &
COMMISSIONS[
The City of Blue Springs has numerous advisory boards and commissions comprised of
volunteers from within the community who serve without compensation. Generally, these
commissions make recommendations to the Mayor and City Council regarding actions
and policies affecting municipal government, city departments and the community.
All meetings are open to the public. Agendas and minutes can be found on the City’s
website and residents can sign-up for email/text notifications when these documents are
posted. Visit www.bluespringsgov.com for more information.
APPEARANCE REVIEW COMMITTEE
This committee reviews applications for
building permits and sign permits in areas
of the Adams Dairy Parkway Corridor
Overlay Zoning District or other areas
as may be determined by the Planning
Commission and City Council. Meetings are
held at the call of the chairman.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
This board hears and decides appeals
when an applicant requests a variance to
the Unified Development Code. This board
is unique in that its decisions are final. No
recommendations are made for the City
Council to act upon. Appeals of board
decisions are referred to the Circuit Court
of Jackson County. Meetings are held every
first Wednesday of the month.
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY
COMMISSION
This commission was formed to foster
proactive communication between the
city and the building community. The
commission meets on an as-needed basis.
Proposed development regulation changes
are reviewed and recommendations are
forwarded to the Mayor and City Council.
Issues affecting new legislation are first
discussed by this commission.
DOWNTOWN REVIEW BOARD
This board serves as the governing
body for the Downtown Development
Code enforcing building layout and the
Downtown Zoning Map. The board is
comprised of nine members who work
closely with developers and downtown
businesses to create a welcoming and
vibrant downtown corridor. Meetings are
held on an as-needed basis.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION BOARD
The primary focus of this corporation is
to promote business development and
investment, leading to the creation of jobs
and supporting economic development
in Blue Springs. This board also makes
recommendations to the Mayor and City
Council regarding financial incentives and
the cost versus benefits of development.
The Mayor and Council appoint three
voting representatives for three year terms
to the board, which includes the Mayor, city
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administration, and the twelve member
board meets monthly.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COMMISSION
This commission serves in an advisory
capacity to the Mayor and City Council, the
Planning Commission and the Community
Development Director. Its purpose
is to protect and enhance the city’s
architectural, cultural and social history;
to safeguard that heritage and promote
the use of historic districts or landmarks
as educational and cultural resources
for the city. The commission consists of
nine members and meets on the second
Wednesday of the month.
HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
This commission was formed to advise the
Mayor and Council on ways to enhance
the City’s ability to educate and respond
to concerns that may be expressed
related to gender, race, ethnicity, age,
sexual orientation, religious beliefs or
disability. The commission is comprised
of seven community leaders from diverse
backgrounds appointed by the Mayor and
City Council with the Blue Springs Police
Chief serving as their staff liaison. Each
member serves a staggered term of three
years. Meetings are held the third Tuesday
of each month.
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY
This board is responsible for fostering proactive communication between the City
and the building community on proposed
development regulation changes and
to provide a vehicle for the resolution of
issues affecting new legislation whether
proposed by the City or the building
community. The board is comprised of
eight members appointed by the Mayor
with approval of the City Council to serve
six year terms. Meetings are held at the
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call of the Chairman or at the request of
an applicant to the Director of Community
Development.
PARK COMMISSION
This commission is an advisory body that
makes recommendations to the Mayor and
City Council on the operations and growth
of the Parks and Recreation Department.
Meetings are held on the first Wednesday
of each month.
PLANNING COMMISSION
This commission advises the Mayor and
City Council regarding planning and
zoning regulations and new development
in the city. The Commission includes
eleven residents appointed by the Mayor
and approved by the City Council. The
commission meets on the second and
fourth Mondays of each month.
PUBLIC ART COMMISSION
The commission is responsible for the
acquisition, maintenance and display
of art at sites within the city limits. The
commission advises the City Council on
the community’s cultural needs. The
committee is comprised of seven members
appointed by the Mayor with approval of
the City Council to serve three year terms.
Meetings are held the third Thursday of
each month.
PUBLIC SAFETY CITIZEN
ADVISORY BOARD
This board advises the Mayor and City
Council through the Police Chief and City
Administration regarding various public
safety programs, services, policies, budget
issues, public safety planning issues, public
relations, criminal activities and crime
prevention programs within the City. This
board consists of eight members and
meets the second Tuesday of the month.
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
COMMISSION
The commission acts as an advisory
committee and keeps the City Council
informed regarding state and federal
regulation of solid waste. There are five
appointed members and meetings are
scheduled on an as-needed basis.
TAX INCREMENT FINANCE (TIF)
COMMISSION
TECHNICAL REVIEW
COMMITTEE/HOUSING
ADVISORY & APPEALS BOARD
The Technical Review Committee considers
appeals of decisions regarding plat
approval. The committee is comprised of
five members who serve three year terms.
Meetings are held on an as needed basis and
can be called by the Chair or the Director of
Public Works/City Engineer. This commission makes recommendations
to the City Council concerning the adoption
of redevelopment plans and redevelopment
projects and designation of redevelopment
project areas. Meetings are scheduled on an
as-needed basis.
[ VOLUNTEER [
OPPORTUNITIES
Adopt-A-Street, Adopt-A-Stream,
and Adopt-A-Park Programs
Volunteers in Police Services
If you are interested in participating in the
Adopt-A-Street or Adopt-a Stream Program,
call 816-228-0195. To Adopt-A-Park, call 816228-0137.
The Blue Springs Police Department’s
Volunteers In Police Service (VIPS) Program
allows community members to work along
side our Police Department. For more
information, call 816-228-0178.
City Board or Commission
Parks & Recreation Volunteer
Get involved with your City Government!
By getting involved, you have the unique
opportunity to help foster new ideas,
implement improvements and future
growth for your community. Contact the
City Clerk for more information at 816-2880111.
Our Parks & Recreation Department
needs volunteers to help with coaching,
special events, recycling events, class
instruction, park clean-up and many more
opportunities. Contact Parks & Recreation
for more details at 816-228-0137.
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LOCATIONS & ADDRESSES
1. Adams Pointe Golf Club
1601 NE RD Mize Rd
2. Adams Dairy Parkway Trail
3. Baumgardner Park
2401 NW Ashton Dr
4. Blue Springs Park
2204 SW South Ave
5. Burrus Old Mill Park
112 NW Woods Chapel Rd
6. Franklin Smith School Park
1609 SW Clark Rd
7. Hidden Valley Park Sports Complex
6500 NW Valley View Rd
8. James Walker School Park
214 E Walnut St
9. Keystone Park
2214 SW Keystone Dr
10. Pink Hill Park
2715 NW Park Dr
11. Rotary Park at Railroad Lake
600 NW Vesper St
12. Ward Park
1000 SW 22nd St
13. Wilbur Young Park
1100 SE Adams Dairy Pkwy
14. Woods Chapel Park
3925 NW Dogwood Terr
15. Central Park
1104 SW Walnut St
16. Gregory O. Grounds Park & Dog Park
1901 NE Jefferson St
17. Northeast Park Site
18. Roscoe Righter Park
27600 E Colbern Rd
19. Southwest Park
20. Stonecreek Park
2350 SW 19th St
21. Valley View Park
1400 NW Cardiff Dr
22. Willow Tree Park
4125 SE Adams Dairy Pkwy
23. Blue Springs Lake/Fleming Park
24. Lake Jacomo/Fleming Park
25. Burr Oak Woods Nature Center - State
Forest
26. The Blue (Centennial Pool-Plex)
2401 NW Ashton Dr
27. Blue Springs High School Auditorium
2000 NW Ashton Dr
28. Blue Springs Fieldhouse
425 NE Mock Ave
29. City Hall
903 W Main St
30. Municipal Annex
1304 W Main St
31. City Hall Annex
905 W Main St
32. Public Works Annex
907 W Main St
33. Public Safety Building
1100 SW Smith St
34. Parks Maintenance Garage
2715 NW Park Dr
35. Blue Springs Recycling Center
2715 NW Park Dr
36. Vesper Hall
400 NW Vesper St
37. Keystone Water Tower
2218 SW Keystone Dr
38. ADP Water Tower
2580 SE Adams Dairy Parkway
39. Public Works - Sunnyside
500 SE Sunnyside School Rd
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